Lockable Parking Posts

Also referred to as lockable parking barriers, these are parking space solutions designed to prevent other vehicles from parking in a designated area. Lockable parking posts are a practical option for personal parking solutions.

Applications for foldable parking posts include:

• Street-facing businesses
• Open and closed parking lots to designate parking spaces
• Reserved parking areas for emergency vehicles such as ambulances, delivery trucks, and fire trucks
• Warehouse entrances
• Preventing unauthorized use of parking spaces belonging to buildings

Due to their easy installation and affordability, lockable parking posts are frequently used in crowded cities, high-traffic parking areas, and entry/exit points where emergency access is crucial.

Lockable Folding Parking Posts

Lockable folding parking posts are manufactured using metal or a combination of metal and plastic materials, typically with box or round profiles. Round profiles are made with materials of varying diameters and wall thicknesses. An increase in profile thickness and diameter enhances the durability of the parking barrier. Box profiles can be rectangular or square. Protection against rust is ensured through electrostatic paint or galvanization. While variants made directly from stainless steel (grade 301) are available, their market share is smaller due to higher costs compared to other models.

In electrostatic paint applications, easily noticeable colors such as yellow and red are preferred. Reflective bands are applied to the posts to prevent accidents in the dark.

For the locking mechanism, there are models with padlocks or built-in locks. Parking posts can feature universal locks, where all posts can be opened with the same key, or customized locks for personal use.

Lockable Parking Posts

Lockable parking posts, also known as lockable parking barriers, vary in materials and colours. Available models include padlock parking barriers, built-in lock parking posts, oval-type padlock parking posts, oval-type built-in lock parking posts, anchored lockable parking posts, and removable parking bollards.

For folding lockable parking barriers, the barrier section is unlocked and folded down to the ground centred, allowing the vehicle to be parked safely over it. For removable lockable parking posts, the main body is removed and stored elsewhere after unlocking. These removable posts are available in oval or tubular designs.

Folding parking barriers are produced in oval-type or box-profile shapes. The lock mechanism can be at the bottom or top for box-profile barriers. Models with locks at the top are often preferred due to their ergonomic design, allowing users to lock and unlock them without bending down.

There are also remote-controlled parking barriers that can be raised or lowered using a remote without exiting the vehicle. Powered by a battery, these barriers can operate for extended periods without charging, depending on usage. When the battery runs out, it can be easily recharged. Surface-mounted models are simple to install using dowels and screws.

Pricing and Quality

The prices of lockable parking posts vary based on the type of material used. The thicker and larger the pipes, the higher the lock quality and the higher the cost. The type of paint, whether electrostatic or spray, also affects the price. Additionally, the quality of craftsmanship, such as the paint finish and welding, influences the overall cost. The quality of complementary installation accessories, such as dowels and screws, is also an important consideration, as these components ensure the parking post is securely fixed to the ground. All lockable parking posts manufactured and sold by Ileritrafik come with free installation accessories.

The durability of the locking mechanism is critical, whether it is a built-in lock or a padlock. For surface-mounted parking posts, the flange thickness and diameter play an essential role. Reducing the flange profile's thickness and width for cost savings can compromise the product's durability. A poorly designed flange may cause the barrier to dislodge quickly, rendering it non-functional. The mounting holes on the flange should also be positioned centrally rather than too close to the edges to ensure stability.

Products used in areas with vehicle traffic must be of sufficient quality and strength to remain securely in place and ensure safety.

Installation of Lockable Parking Posts

The installation process differs depending on whether the post is anchored or surface-mounted.

• For anchored parking posts, a hole wide enough to secure the anchor is drilled into the ground and fixed in place with concrete.
• For surface-mounted lockable parking posts, installation is quicker and easier. The barrier is secured to the ground using dowels and screws through the flange holes.

The Lockable Parking Post Installation Guide, prepared by Ileritrafik's project team, explains the installation process in detail.

Quality Standards

As a parking barrier manufacturer, Ileritrafik prioritizes producing products that meet quality standards and are ergonomic during use. Since traffic safety products are directly related to human safety and are exposed to harsh weather conditions and wear, they must be manufactured with superior quality.

For non-lockable metal parking bollards, you can explore the metal delineator category.